World Economy

New Zealand jobs shrink in "shocker" survey

Wellington  - New Zealand's Labour-led coalition government, which would seek re-election this year, moved into damage control mode Thursday after a survey showed unemployment rising and the number

Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's faces new dilemma as rice prices rise in Iran

Tehran - Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad

Ireland needs more than low taxes to maintain growth

Cork, Ireland - Ireland's public transport system has improved significantly in recent years, according to locals. But still, there is much to do.

Argentine farmers resume protests after month's truce

Buenos Aires - ArgentinaArgentine farmers' unions Wednesday resumed their strident stand-off wit

Slovakia sees euro boost for economy, but fear grows

Bratislava - Slovakia's admission into the euro club crowned a post-communist boom and marked a historic shift that its leaders say will further boost the economy, currently paced by Asian and Euro

SEC could require greater public disclosure from US banks

Washington - Securities and Exchange CommissionA key US g

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